People Tech & Operations Intern

Chobani
United States, New York, New York
200 Lafayette Street (Show on map)
Oct 28, 2025
Summary The People Tech & Ops Intern will support the People Tech & Operations team by driving process improvements, automation, and user experience enhancements within the People Technology space. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn about HR technology, data management, and operational best practices. Over the internship, the intern will collaborate on focus groups, proof-of-concept projects, user guidance initiatives, permissions restructuring, reporting clean-up, and AI agent use cases. The intern will gain hands-on experience in People Operations, cross-functional teamwork, and digital transformation. Responsibilities Conduct small focus groups with the internal People Team to identify pain points and automation opportunities. Develop a Proof-of-Concept project to address identified problems Explore and identify use cases for AI agents, build AI agents within Co-Pilot Work with the People Tech & Operations team to restructure Role-Based Permissions (RBP) to ensure proper access control. Define and implement Segregation of Duties (SoD) roles to prevent conflicts of interest Build out a Data Dictionary for key fields within People Technology. Build a Responsibility Assignment Matrix (like a RACI chart) to define roles and responsibilities for specific fields Create an inventory of Scheduled and Periodic People Data and Audit Reporting in HRIS, analyze utilization and recommend approach to clean-up, create a survey for report recipients to determine relevance/current needs and remove outdated reports from the system Partner with the People Tech & Operations team to create self-service documentation and automated guidance within the system Requirements Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in Human Resources, Information Technology or a related field Interest in HR systems and process improvements, and automation Excellent communication skills for conducting user research and translating findings into actionable solutions Technology-oriented mindset with strong knowledge of MS Office tools like Excel Passionate about using Generative AI applications like Copilot, ChatGPT, etc. Prior experience with creating AI Agents is a huge plus Comfortable working with data and creating documentation Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Strong interpersonal skills, team focus, and the ability to work in cross-functional teams Effectively prioritize and execute tasks conforming to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines Must display a passion for the Chobani brand Must possess a strong work ethic and be an enthusiastic team player About Us Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 byHamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafes nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals. Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products inNew York,Idaho,MichiganandAustralia, and its products are available throughoutNorth Americaand distributed inAustraliaand other select markets. For more information, please visitwww.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.